Book Description:
Explore the foundations of nursing with “Leddy & Pepper’s Conceptual Bases of Professional Nursing.” This essential guide by Lois J. Leddy and Carol R. Pepper offers in-depth insights into the profession’s core concepts, enhancing knowledge and skills for all nursing levels.
Leddy & Pepper’s Conceptual Bases of Professional Nursing
Authors: Lois J. Leddy and Carol R. Pepper
Publisher: Wolters Kluwer Health
ISBN: 978-1451187922
Introduction: Leddy & Pepper’s Conceptual Bases of Professional Nursing provides a comprehensive and evidence-based foundation for the practice of nursing. This authoritative text explores the core concepts, theories, and practices that shape professional nursing care, fostering a deep understanding of the profession’s values, knowledge, and skills.
Through in-depth analysis and practical examples, the book covers a wide range of topics essential for nurses, including:
- The evolution of nursing as a profession
- The nature of knowing in nursing
- The nurse-patient relationship
- Ethical and legal considerations in nursing
- Nursing’s contribution to healthcare systems
Leddy & Pepper’s Conceptual Bases of Professional Nursing is an essential resource for nurses at all levels, from students to practicing professionals. It offers a solid foundation for nursing practice, facilitates critical thinking and decision-making, and promotes the advancement of the profession through research and evidence-based care.